Metz MECABLITZ 54 MZ-4/4I - Manual (Page 105)

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2.3 Switching the flash unit on and off
The flash unit is switched on with the main switch ባ (Fig. 1). In the upper On
position, the flash unit is permanently 6) on and the flash ready ቧ (Fig. 1)
indicator is lit.
6) see also „12.3 Automatic shut-off“
When a key appears on the LC display, please refer to „12.2 Locking
and unlocking the controls“.
To turn off the flash unit push the main switch ባ (Fig. 1) down to the bottom
position. If your mecablitz is not going to be used for an extended period of
time, we recommend the following:
- Switch off the flash unit with the main switch
ባ (Fig. 1).
- Remove the power source (batteries).
2.4 Operating concept
2.4.1Selecting and setting the flash mode TTL / A / M /
(stroboscopic)
Select the flash mode TTL, A (Auto), M (Manual) or (stroboscopic) by
depressing the Mode button ቢ (Fig. 1) repeatedly until the icon of the requi-
red mode flashes on the display. Push the setting disk ቦ (Fig. 1) in the direc-
tion of the arrow for storage.
The selected operating mode will be automatically stored after approx. 5
seconds if the setting disk
ቦ (Fig. 1) is not pressed. After storage the icon of
the selected mode will be continuously displayed (without flashing).
Note: The individual flash modes are explained in a separate chapter!
2.4.2 Selecting and setting the special functions
Additional special functions can be selected in each flash mode with the
Select
button ብ (Fig. 1).
By depressing the Select button you can call the special functions "Bleep" ( ),
automatic switch-off
, REAR 7) (second-curtain synchronisation), model-
ling light , zoom formats and flash bracketing "Fb".
7) only with SCA adapter and camera which support this function
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The icon of the given function flashes after the special function has been set,
and the functional status (OFF or On) is shown on the LC display.
The selected function is switched on or off by turning the setting disk
ቦ (Fig. 1).
The set function is stored by pressing the setting disk ቦ (Fig. 1).
Note: The individual flash modes are explained in a separate chapter!
2.4.3 Setting ISO / Zoom / Aperture , „P“ Partial Light Output
and EV (flash exposure correction)
Turn the setting disk ቦ (Fig. 1) to select the required function (ISO / Zoom /
Flash Exposure Correction „EV“) on the right-hand side of the LC display. The
selected function is indicated by an arrow
ı .
Push the setting disk ቦ (Fig. 1) in the direction of the arrow to change the
function. The arrow ı on the LC display will flash. Change the status by turning
the setting disk. To store press the setting disk in the direction of the arrow. The
selected setting will be automatically stored after approx. 5 seconds if the set-
ting disk is not pressed. The arrow at the selected position will stop flashing
after storage.
When operating the mecablitz with an SCA 3xx2 adapter it may not
be possible to change the f–stop (depending on the camera type and
SCA adapter)!
When operating the mecablitz with an SCA 3xx2 adapter it may not
be possible to change the ISO film speed, or the ISO film speed may
not be displayed (depending on the camera type and SCA adapter)!
Note: The individual settings are explained in a separate chapter!
3. TTL flash mode
The TTL flash mode is a very simple way to achieve excellent flash shots.
The mecablitz must be fitted with a suitable SCA adapter for TTL flash
mode. TTL flash mode is only possible with cameras supporting this
mode! The SCA 301 standard foot (only hot-shoe contact or synch
cord socket) does not permit TTL flash mode! If the mecablitz is used in
conjunction with a camera or SCA adapter that does not support the
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